FAQ Nematodes

larvae, especially in the case of large insects. Do entomopathogenic nematodes only work as a soil application? In nature they live in soil and are therefore [...] visible? Infected larvae will change color because of the growth of the bacteria and nematodes. In case of Heterorhabditis pink-reddish and Steinernema ye [...] host to this group of nematodes. By far the most nematodes belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic matter

Common asparagus beetle

host-specific pest of asparagus in most asparagus producing regions of the world. Damage symptoms Both adults and larvae feed on the leaves of asparagus. As [...] fluid, consisting of faecal material, which may contaminate the plant. Life cycle and appearance of Common asparagus beetle The life cycle of the asparagus [...] have two distinctive rows of white or yellow spots. Eggs are oval and black to greenish brown and laid singly or in rows of 3 to 10 eggs, standing per

Thripex-V

Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts [...] Vermiculite and a fraction of bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage [...] Storage time after receipt Apply on day of receipt. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the dark, bottle horizontally.

Swirski-Mite

Pests Young larvae of various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their [...] Bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes [...] Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Swirski-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be

Tarnished plant bug

cycle and appearance of Tarnished plant bug Adult Lygus lineolaris are true bugs that can grow up to 6.5 mm in length and are variable in colour; generally [...] especially common across the eastern half of the continent, from northern Canada to southern Mexico. It is one of the most damaging Hemiptera species, known [...] edges of nurseries, and destroying favourable overwintering sites. Damage symptoms Lygus bug adults and nymphs attack the seeds, buds and flowers of plants

Ervipar

nicotianae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps [...] adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first introduction [...] slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Ervipar

Spical

( Panonychus citri ); other spider mite species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts [...] . Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the [...] Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spical depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted

Aphidalia

Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action The ladybirds feed on aphids and lay eggs in the aphid colonies. After emergence, the larvae also feed [...] diameter, maximum 3 bags per tree Dosage The dosage of Aphidalia depends on climate and the size of the trees and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] bags for large trees. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental

Chrysanthemum

the genus Chrysanthemum of the family of Asteraceae. The plant is originally from Asia and northeastern Europe and the majority of the different species [...] species derive from East Asia. Especially in China a wide range of varieties and cultivars has been developed for commercial propagation and production. The current [...] or pompoms or buttons. This particular genus consists of many hybrids and an extensive range of cultivars that are produced for commercial, horticultural

Spidex Vital

Tetranychus urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and [...] chips. Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes [...] Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex Vital depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always